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Gold Note DS-1000 EVO Streaming DAC

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Gold Note DS-1000 EVO Streaming DAC Key Features: 

  • Dual-Mono DAC, powered by two AKM AK4493 converters
  •  Class A output stage with audio-grade discrete components
  • Stream through Roon, Airplay, Tidal, MQA, Qobuz, vTuner, and Deezer

Product Description: 

The Pinnacle in Digital Audio

The DS-1000 EVO stands as Gold Note's pinnacle of streaming DAC technology, showcasing the finest in digital-to-analog conversion. It boasts a Dual-Mono D/A converter architecture, incorporating two AKM AK4493 chips to ensure unparalleled audio fidelity with negligible crosstalk. This device supports a wide array of streaming services including Roon, Airplay, Tidal, MQA, Qobuz, vTuner, and Deezer, enhanced by seamless integration with Tidal Connect and Spotify Connect for effortless streaming. The unit's Class A output stage, meticulously assembled with high-quality discrete components, promises the exquisite Italian sound signature Gold Note is celebrated for.

Streaming in Ultra-High Resolution

The DS-1000 EVO streamlines your music experience, offering compatibility with Roon, Airplay, Tidal, MQA, Qobuz, vTuner, and Deezer. Direct app integration through Tidal Connect and Spotify Connect simplifies streaming further. 

For local digital music collections on a NAS or computer, utilize any UPnP/DLNA application from your mobile device. Alternatively, the GN Control app, available at no cost for both iOS and Android, provides comprehensive control over the DS-1000 EVO’s functionalities, allowing you to effortlessly navigate your music library and streaming services.

Line Preamplifier and Headphone amp

The DS-1000 EVO boasts a Class A preamplifier stage for analog-domain volume control, offering a bypass option when operating in DAC mode. Additionally, it presents a 6.3mm professional headphone output with dual sensitivity settings (High/Low), utilizing our unique technology designed to optimize headphone performance.

Gold Note DS-1000 EVO Streaming DAC internal components

Specifications: 

Dual mono DAC

2x AKM AK4493 up to PCM 32bit/768kHz and DSD512

Network Player and Streamer

PCM and DSD256

Digital Inputs

  • 1x RCA coaxial PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
  • 1x AES/EBU balanced PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
  • 2x TOS-Link PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
  • 1x USB-B asynchronous up to DSD512 and PCM up to 32bit/384kHz
  • 1x USB-A port DSD256 and PCM up to 32bit/384kHz, formatted in FAT32/NTFS (32Gb max for pen drives)

Analog Inputs (DS-1000 EVO Line Only)

  • RCA unbalanced
  • XLR balanced

Audio Outputs

DAC:

  • 1 RCA 2Vrms, 1 XLR 2Vrms

Preamp:

  • 1 RCA, 1 XLR (only on DS-1000 EVO LINE)
  • 1 headphone output with 6.3 mm jack

Output Impedance

  • RCA 50Ω
  • XLR 100Ω

Frequency Response

20Hz-20kHz ±0.1dB

THD - Total Harmonic Distortion

0.001% max

Signal to Noise Ratio

125dB

Dynamic Range

120dB

Preamp Stage Volume Control

Available on the DS-1000 EVO LINE

Connectivity

  • LAN/WLAN (Wi-Fi) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Dual Band (10/433Mbps)
  • Bluetooth High-Definition 5.0 (44/16)

Supported Audio Formats (Network)

  • Up to PCM 32bit/384kHz
  • DSD256 (DSF, DFF)
  • AIFF (.aif, .aiff, .aifc)
  • ALAC
  • WAV (.wav) packed/unpacked
  • FLAC
  • MP3
  • Apple Lossless
  • OGG
  • Monkey’s

IMPORTANT

UPnP server must support DSD streaming in order to stream DSD files.

Supported Media Servers

  • All UPnP
  • DLNA
  • Roon

Power

  • Power supply 100-240V / 50-60Hz
  • Power consumption 30W
  • Fuse 2A T

Finishes

Brushed Aluminium in Black, Silver or Gold

Remote Control

Multifunctional IR remote control

Control App

GN Control - available for iOS and Android

Dimensions and Weight: 

Overall - 430mm W x 135mm H x 375mm D

Product Weight - 10kg net, 15kg boxed